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Deputy Headteacher Salary in Dorchester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Dorchester?

Average base salary in Dorchester

£59,375 per year

per year in Dorchester · STPCD Leadership L6–L27

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£49,400 per year£59,375 per year£77,900 per year

Second in command in a school — deputises for the head, leads teaching and learning or standards. Deputy Headteacher pay in Dorchester is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for deputy headteachers near Dorchester

Compare average deputy headteacher pay in Dorchester and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage deputy headteacher salaryJobs
Dorchester This location£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dolgellau£59,375 per yearView jobs
Donaghadee£59,375 per yearView jobs
Doncaster£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dorset£59,375 per yearView jobs
Dover£59,375 per yearView jobs
Downpatrick£59,375 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about deputy headteacher pay in Dorchester

How much does a deputy headteacher earn in Dorchester?

The average salary for a deputy headteacher in Dorchester is £59,375 per year, typically ranging from £49,400 per year to £77,900 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Dorchester a well-paid area for deputy headteachers?

Dorchester tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for deputy headteachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire deputy headteachers in Dorchester?

Live deputy headteacher openings in Dorchester rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a deputy headteacher in Dorchester increase their salary?

Deputy Headteachers in Dorchester typically increase pay by moving up STPCD Leadership L6–L27, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between deputy headteacher pay in Dorchester and nationally?

Nationally the average is £62,500 per year. In Dorchester it's £59,375 per year — a discount of £3,125 per year versus the UK average.

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